Climate17 is working with a leader in high-voltage design, installation, and commissioning services.

They are driving the UK's future energy landscape with innovative projects, from 11kV to 400kV.

As their operations grow, they are looking for a skilled Senior Electrical Engineer to join their multi-disciplinary Engineering team.



Role

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you’ll serve as a design authority, collaborate on substation designs, mentor colleagues, and directly contribute to the energy transition.

Responsibilities

• Working as a design authority to shape and approve design solutions and conducting design reviews, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and regulations.
• Driving technical excellence with an expanding team of electrical engineers.
• Producing detailed Substation Layout Designs, defining Primary Plant requirements, and ensuring electrical clearances.
• Collaborating with various teams to coordinate seamless, multi-disciplinary designs.
• Performing equipment calculations and liaising with our supply-chain to meet project specifications.
• Designing and routing HV Cables, calculating ratings, and developing effective earthing systems.
• Resolving on-site installation challenges through technical guidance.
• Supporting tenders by anticipating design challenges, optimising budgets, and aligning with project timelines.
• Building strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders through clear communication and technical expertise.

• Indicatively, 5 years’ experience in Substation Design, with a strong foundation in National Grid standards and BESS projects.
• Education: Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering; IEng or CEng status is desirable.
• Skills: In-depth knowledge of UK specifications, single-line diagrams, and the design of high-voltage systems.
  
  Competence in performing electro-mechanical calculations is a plus.
• Collaboration: A team player with excellent interpersonal skills to coach a developing team and to foster collaboration across departments.